Origin
South Bel Air, MD
Morning in South Bel Air on Tuesday
Local time
6:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Bel Air, MD to Irvington, MD
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
50m
Distance
34.1 mi
55 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Bel Air, MD
Da Khatri
Trip Overview
South Bel Air, MD to Irvington, MD is 34.1 miles and takes about 50m via I 95, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Maryland, connecting two points in the Northeast region. The route is primarily highway driving for a significant portion, offering a straightforward commute rather than a winding scenic tour. With only a 50-minute estimated drive time and no planned stops, this is a perfect option for a quick errand or an easy leg of a larger trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 9.4 mi | 12m |
| John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway | 8.1 mi | 9m |
| Express Toll Lanes | 7.6 mi | 9m |
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| South Caton Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Frederick Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Emmorton Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Ring Factory Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 9.4 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Bel Air, MD and Irvington, MD.
1
Start on South Shamrock Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Shamrock Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto East MacPhail Road
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
East MacPhail Road
3
Turn left onto MD 924
496 ft
·
14 sec
·
South Main Street
4
Continue on MD 924
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Emmorton Road
5
Turn right onto West Ring Factory Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Ring Factory Road
6
Turn left onto MD 24
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the left lane.
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: Baltimore
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 95
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Express Toll Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto Express Toll Lanes
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Express Toll Lanes
11
Merge onto I 95
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
I 95
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
I 95
Use the slight right lane.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 50B-A
Toward US 1 Alternate
Use the slight right lane.
14
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
this road
Toward US 1 Alternate
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 50B
Toward Caton Avenue North
Use the right lane.
16
Turn straight onto US 1 Alternate
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Caton Avenue
Use the straight lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto South Caton Avenue
399 ft
·
17 sec
·
South Caton Avenue
18
Turn left onto MD 144
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Frederick Avenue
Use the left lane.
19
Turn right onto South Augusta Avenue
314 ft
·
16 sec
·
South Augusta Avenue
20
Turn left onto Euclid Avenue
426 ft
·
16 sec
·
Euclid Avenue
21
Turn right
157 ft
·
13 sec
22
Turn right
32 ft
·
2 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.1 miles from South Bel Air, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 195 decision points cluster between mile 5.8 and 32.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
5.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South: Baltimore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 South: Baltimore
6
14.6 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
Express Toll Lanes
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
6
26.1 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
I 95
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
31.6 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward US 1 Alternate
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 50B-A
Toward US 1 Alternate
9
32.1 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Caton Avenue North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 50B
Toward Caton Avenue North
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.65 one way
$11.31 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.19 | $12.38 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.61 | $13.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.53 | $15.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.58 | $1.64 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.98 | $1.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.77 | $2.18 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Irvington, MD
Morning in Irvington on Tuesday
Local time
6:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
9 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
50m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 27% of this 34.1-mile drive on highways like I 95 and the John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway. The longest continuous stretch on the highway is 9.4 miles. After the highway portion, the profile shifts to mostly surface roads for the remainder of your trip. Expect dense exits and merges as you transition between the interstate and local streets.
Only 27% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.4 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 19 decision points packed into just 34.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 50m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.6 miles (Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.1 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from South Bel Air, MD to Irvington, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Caton Avenue North along the way.
Caton Avenue North
32.1 mi in
|
~44m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 50m. Total distance: 34.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.4 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Irvington, MD before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.6 miles (Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.1 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Irvington, MD before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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